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Engine
6.0L W12 Transmission 6 Speed Automatic Cylinders
12 Horsepower @ RPM 552@6100 Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy
11 / 18 Number of Valves \48 Torque @ RPM 479@1600
(foot-lbs) Fuel Type/System Gas Engine / Electronic
Fuel Injected Compression 9.0 , Displacement
5998 / 366
Vehicle
Overview
Mercedes-Benz
is notorious for introducing high-performance
AMG editions of its passenger cars, and the
CL-Class is no exception. A new CL63 AMG model
with a 518-horsepower V-8 debuts for the 2007
model year. Following that trend, the CL500
grows some more muscle and becomes the CL550
for 2007, a name change that reflects the new
382-hp V-8 engine. Joining it will be an even
more burly CL600 that features a 510-hp, twin-turbocharged
V-12. The CL-Class is a two-door equivalent
to the German automaker's high-end S-Class sedan.
A DVD navigation system, MP3 player and 18-inch
wheels can be installed. The DVD navigation
system is standard on the CL600 and is bundled
in Mercedes' Comand Aps program, along with
controls for the radio and other items. Keyless
Go, a heated steering wheel, corner-illuminating
fog lamps and an electronic trunk closer are
standard on the CL600. Options include Distronic
Adaptive Cruise Control, which adjusts speed
automatically to maintain a preset distance
behind the vehicle ahead.
Exterior
Bulges
around the wheels, a sculpted ridge along the
lower sill and a subtle bodyside crease distinguish
the 2007 CL from the 2006 model. There is also
an optional AMG appearance package that adds
new front and rear aprons and side skirts; 19-inch
wheels are optional with that appearance package.
All CL-Class coupes have Active Body Control,
which is an active suspension system that continuously
adjusts firmness to eliminate body roll and
pitch during cornering, acceleration and braking.
Xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights include
washers. A power moonroof is standard.
Interior
CL-Class
coupes accommodate up to four occupants and
have bucketlike rear seats. The CL600 has unique
leather upholstery. Burl walnut or chestnut
wood interior trim is available. An SOS button
for automatic emergency calling is tied to the
Tele Aid system. A Bose audio system is installed.
Cooled seats are optional on the CL550 and standard
on the CL600.
Under
the Hood
A
382-hp, 5.5-liter V-8 goes into the CL550. The
CL600 employs a twin-turbo 5.5-liter V-12 that
generates 510 hp and 612 pounds-feet of torque.
The high-performance CL63 AMG features a 6.2-liter
V-8 that makes 518 hp and 465 pounds-feet of
torque. The CL550 and CL63 AMG have a seven-speed
automatic transmission with manual shift control.
The CL600 uses a five-speed automatic transmission
that also permits manually selected gear changes.
Safety
Door-mounted
side-impact airbags for the front seats, side
curtain airbags that deploy from above the side
windows, and side-impact airbags that protect
the torsos of backseat occupants are standard.
The front passenger's airbag deploys at one
of two levels. Antilock brakes, traction control
and an electronic stability system are standard. |
